{"product_id":"the-concertina-maintenance-manual-book","title":"The Concertina Maintenance Manual Book","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEssential Concertina Maintenance and Repair Guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Concertina Maintenance Manual Book\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eDavid D Elliott\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most respected practical guides available for the maintenance, servicing and repair of traditional concertinas. Covering Anglo, English and Duet systems, this expanded second edition combines technical knowledge with clear step-by-step explanations suitable for both players and practical repair enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by an experienced technical engineer and long-time concertina enthusiast, this manual helps players better understand the construction, care and repair of these fascinating free-reed instruments. Whether carrying out routine maintenance, solving common faults or learning more about concertina mechanics, this book is an invaluable workshop companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe manual includes clear diagrams, detailed illustrations and photographs throughout, helping readers confidently approach repairs and servicing tasks that might otherwise seem intimidating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Guidance for Concertina Players and Repair Enthusiasts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is designed for players who want a deeper understanding of how concertinas work and how to keep them playing properly. The explanations are practical, accessible and grounded in real workshop experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTopics range from basic care and fault-finding through to reed work, tuning, structural repairs and restoration techniques. The layout makes it suitable both for occasional reference and more serious maintenance work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for Anglo, English and Duet Concertinas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many repair resources that focus on a single system, this manual was written to support players of Anglo, English and Duet concertinas of traditional construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe second edition considerably expands the breadth and depth of the original publication while remaining approachable for players without formal engineering experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDetailed Step-by-Step Repair Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe manual covers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic care and maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine examination and purchase advice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFault-finding and running repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing valves and pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSetting key height and travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBellows repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing lever arm springs and bushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStructural and wood repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReed work and tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb straps and wrist straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish system finger slide work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingering charts and exploded diagrams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAn Essential Workshop Companion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReliable practical information on concertina repair and maintenance can be surprisingly difficult to find. This manual fills that gap with workshop guidance written specifically for traditional concertina owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether carrying out small running repairs, restoring an older instrument or simply wanting to understand the internal workings of a concertina more clearly, this book provides a valuable foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive concertina maintenance manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by David D Elliott\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpanded second edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers Anglo, English and Duet concertinas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep-by-step repair and servicing guidance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes diagrams, illustrations and photographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFault-finding and examination advice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBellows, pad, valve and reed repair information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for players, repairers and restorers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful reference for concertina maintenance workshops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Concertina Maintenance Manual Book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e David D Elliott\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781899512676\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e AO110\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePage Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eContents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Full Contents List\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic Care and Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnatomy and Examination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnatomy of a Concertina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine Examination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamination for Purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunning Repairs and Fault Finding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic Service and Repair Tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing Valves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing Pads and Setting Key Height\/Travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBellows Repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing Lever Arm Springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing Bushes: Action Plate Key Hole and Key Cross-Hole Bushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction Plate Key Hole Bushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey Cross-Hole Bushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStructural Repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePillars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFretwork and Action Box Cover\/Keyboard Cracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood Finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReed Pan Support Blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction Box Joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePad Board Cracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood Screw Anchorages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd Bolt Problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroken Keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReed Work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic Care Tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReed Tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovering a Finger Slide (English System)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking a Thumb Strap (English System)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrist Straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingering Charts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMine’s Not Like That\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly Exploded Diagram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelp and Materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAt Squeezebox Marketplace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Squeezebox Marketplace we believe understanding and maintaining traditional free-reed instruments is an important part of long-term ownership. 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